Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 1996-05-09
Invested on: 1997-02-26
From his background as an actor and classical dancer he emerged as one of the country's most inspired pioneers of modern and contemporary dance. Co-founder of the Toronto Dance Theatre, he has choreographed numerous original works that have been performed around the world. He is an inspirational teacher whose influence has had a ripple effect on generations of dancers.